England Prodigy Harry Brook Surpasses Joe Root To Become No.1 Test Batter In ICC Rankings

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The 25-year-old, Harry Brook has once again made headlines with his stellar performance. As per the latest ICC Test Rankings, the star right-handed batter has claimed the No.1 spot in the rankings surpassing his teammate and England's legendary player Joe Root.

Harry Brook made a sensational debut in September 2022 and quickly established himself as a cricketing prodigy. In just 23 matches and 38 innings, he accumulated 2,280 runs at an impressive average of 61.62. Brook's stellar record includes 8 centuries and 10 fifties, with a remarkable 7 centuries scored away from home. His rapid rise saw him become the No.1 Test batter in the world within just 27 months.

Harry Brook Becomes No.1 Test Batter

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Yashasvi On No. 4, Pant at 9th

Following Harry Brook and Joe Root, the next notable players in the ICC Test batter rankings are India's Yashasvi Jaiswal and Rishabh Pant.  Jaiswal ranked 4th with 811, had reached a career-best 825 in the on-going India's tour of Australia in 2024, while Pant ranked 9th with 724 rating points, who also reached a career-high 801 during India's series against England back in 2022.

Brook Goes Past Don Bradman To Achieve A Unique Feat

Harry Brook has cemented his place in cricketing history, making him the first player to score seven centuries in his first ten away Test matches. The young player surpassed legendary Don Bradman, who had garnered six away centuries in his first ten matches outside his home soil. Brook's achievement has also put aside the record held by the former England player, Ken Barrington, who had garnered six centuries in his first ten away Tests.

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